The senior boys volleyball team played some excellent volleyball on the weekend to capture their fourth straight (and six of seven) provincial title. The team defeated a strong Langley Christian team in the semis in five games and then they defeated Fraser Valley Christian in the finals in five games. The score in the final game was 18-16. It was a phenomenal tournament and a great finish. Congratulation to the team!! Thank you to the fans who travelled up to Kelowna to cheer. A special congratulations to the individuals who received recognition including Jason Warkentin who was the provincial MVP.
01 Dec 2008 by Athletic Director
Silver Medal for MEI Senior Girls
The Senior Girls AAA provincials came to an exciting conclusion on Saturday night. The MEI Senior girls team played some phenomenal volleyball to win the silver medal. In the finals the team faced an excellent Kalamalka team. The girls jumped out to a commanding 2-0 lead but Kalamalka came back to win the next three games. It was an excellent finish and the girls played well. Congratulations to the whole team for their effort and accomplishment. Congratulations to Jennelle Franz, Janelle Dyck for first team all-stars and to Tracy Martin for a second team all-star.
01 Dec 2008 by Athletic Director
Senior Boys Volleyball Provincials
The senior boys volleyball team is well into the playoff rounds in Kelowna. The team won the opening round of the playoffs 3 straight over Prince Rupert. The team then defeated College Heights 3 - 0 in the quarter finals. Tonight at 6:00 the boys will play in the Semi-finals versus Langley Christian. Langley Christian was the team they played in the finals last year. As well MEI defeated Langley Christian in the Fraser Valley finals this year. There will be plenty of excitement and tension as these rivals face off for a chance to win a spot in the finals. Go EAGLES!!!
28 Nov 2008 by Athletic Director
Senior Girls Volleyball Provincials
The senior girls volleyball team is done pool play and will be playing in the first round of the playoffs today at 12:00. The Secondary school is sending 2 buses of fans to cheer the girls on to victory. When they win they will play in the quarter finals tonight at 7:00 at DW Poppy. The semis will be tomorrow morning at 11 am. Go Cheer on the girls!!!
28 Nov 2008 by Athletic Director
Basketball Homecoming
On December 6th the senior boys and girls basketball teams will be kicking off their seasons with a double header at MEI. The athletics department is calling for as many students, parents, alumni, and fans to come to the first game of the year. The Marching band and cheerleaders will be there. There will be a couple of contest for lucky fans. The athletics department will be selling bleacher seats, and super fan shirts. As well the athletics department will be selling off Old MEI Uniforms for $5 a piece. If you want your old number or uniform come and get it on December 6th. The girls play Pitt Meadows at 6:30 and the boys play High Road Academy at 8:15. Go Eagles!!
26 Nov 2008 by Athletic Director
Junior Provincials
The junior boys and girls ended their very successful volleyball season on the weekend. The junior girls played some very good volleyball to finish 7th in the province. Congratulations girls for a great job! The junior boys volleyball team finished there season well as they finished 2nd overall. Congratulations on your Fraser Valley Championship and Silver Medal at the provincials.
26 Nov 2008 by Athletic Director
Another Fraser Valley Championship
The junior boys volleyball team added a third Fraser Valley Championship for MEI this year. The Senior girls won their championship last Thursday night. The Senior boys won their Fraser Valley Championship on Friday. On Tuesday night the Junior Boys won the Fraser Valley Championship by defeating the undefeated, #1 ranked team, Fraser Heights Firehawks! Jeremy Lieuwen got a tournament All Star award and Tyler Koslowsky got the tournament MVP. It was an outstanding team effort. The junior boys will be travelling to Cranbrook to play in the Junior Boys Volleyball Provincials. Good Luck!
19 Nov 2008 by Athletic Director
Swim Team Victory
Congratulations to the MEI Swim Team as they won the Abbotsford Mission Swim Meet. It was the first time that a school other than WJ Mouat has won in over 10 years. What a great team effort!! The Swim team now competes in the Upper Fraser Valleys on October 30.
29 Oct 2008 by Athletic Director
Harlem Crowns Basketball Team versus MEI
On November 4th at 7 pm MEI will be hosting the Harlem Crowns Basketball Team in the Secondary Gym. The Harlem Crowns are based in California and was founded by a former Harlem Globetrotters. The Harlem Crowns are made up of former college players and will try to entertain spectators with their skill and humor. The Harlem Crowns will be playing a MEI team made up of members of the Senior Boys Basketball team and some staff members. Representing the staff will be Graham Nickel, Joel Nickel, Reg Wiebe, James Wilms, Arnie Dick, and Jeff Gamache. Tickets are available in the office. Please pay using a check or cash. The tickets are $7 each with kids under 6 free.
27 Oct 2008 by Athletic Director
MEI Athletics Wall of Fame
The MEI Athletics Department with the support of the Secondary School Administration and Eagles Athletic Committee is proud to announce the implementation of a MEI Athletics Wall of Fame. The overall purpose for the MEI Athletics Wall of Fame is to be a source of inspiration. The wall of fame is meant to inspire athletes here to see what others have accomplished once they have left MEI. Also it gives the MEI community an opportunity to support and celebrate those student-athletes who have moved on to higher athletic endeavors.
The wall of fame is divided into 3 sections: 1. The first part acknowledges students who are currently doing amazing things in athletics above and beyond MEI Athletics i.e. Provincial teams, national teams, national champions, etc. 2. The second part is for students who have graduated and gone on the post secondary athletics in some form. i.e. College University Professional Olympics Etc. 3. The third part is for those students who have gone on to achieve much greater things. An example is someone who has won national awards in university or become a professional athlete.
This is a large endeavor and the athletic department would like to make sure that as many of the athletes can be recognized as possible. The MEI Athletic department needs people in the MEI community to let us know what current students are doing some amazing things athletically and what alumni should be acknowledged.
Please email tsmith@meisoc.com with information. Currently the MEI Athletic department is looking for names of alumni who played post secondary athletics before 1994. A list of current names will be on athletics website and in the PE Hallway.
We stand tall and proud as we uphold
The tradition of the blue, white, and gold
The song resounding can be heard near and far
From the hearts of who we are.
We are the Eagles now watch us SCORE as we SOAR Onto victory WE WILL FLY
We are the Eagles of the Institute WOOT, WOOT
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Athletics is an important part of our society and it is a very important part of our school. Each year the teachers, the coaches and the community look forward to the surprises and successes that make each school and athletic season unique. MEI is dedicated to the purpose of providing a sound athletic program integrated with a Christian view of God, the world and competition. Every student that is wearing the blue, gold and white will be learning about the concepts of teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, persistence, dignity, class, and most importantly how to honor God with our effort no matter what the situation or score.
